1964 Honda S500 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1814 kg more than 1964 Honda S500.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Honda S500. 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 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Honda | Land Rover |
Model | S500 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 39 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |