1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 910 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 99 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 82 L |
