1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 55 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 104 L |