1963 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1546 kg more than 1963 AC Aceca. 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 1963 AC Aceca. 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 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | AC | Land Rover |
Model | Aceca | Discovery |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 86 L |