1959 Ford Prefect 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 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect 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 1943 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Prefect | Discovery |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 71 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 110 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |