1959 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 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 1600 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 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 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 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 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | AC | Land Rover |
Model | Aceca | Discovery |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 167 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |