1962 Ford Zephyr vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Zephyr would be higher. Both 1962 Ford Zephyr and 2008 Land Rover Discovery are equipped with a 2,495 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1962 Ford Zephyr.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Zephyr. 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 (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Zephyr | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Zephyr | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
