1964 DKW F 102 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 45 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 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1798 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | DKW | Land Rover |
| Model | F 102 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1175 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 88 L |
