1958 AC Aceca 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 Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca 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 1810 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Aceca. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | AC | Land Rover |
Model | Aceca | Discovery |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 167 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 86 L |