1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1347 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | AC | Land Rover |
Model | Greyhound | Discovery |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |