1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 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 715 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Land Rover | Land Rover |
| Model | 88 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
