1957 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | 40 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |
