1960 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 271 kg more than 1960 Jaguar MK IX.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK IX | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | MK IX | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
