1956 Daimler DK vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Daimler DK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
| Make | Daimler | Land Rover |
| Model | DK | Discovery 3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
