1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3

To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99.

Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Austin A 99 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
Make Austin Land Rover
Model A 99 Discovery 3
Year Released 1963 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 4394 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 107 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 425 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.4 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1930 mm


 

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