1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 4,394 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 1384 kg more than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC 2-Litre. 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 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1958 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1958 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC 2-Litre | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | 2-Litre | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4394 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 | 136 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 86 L |
