1964 DKW F 102 vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 DKW F 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 DKW F 102 would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1964 DKW F 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 DKW F 102. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
1964 DKW F 102 | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | DKW | Land Rover |
Model | F 102 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1175 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |