1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 983 kg more than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Zodiac | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
