1965 AC 427 vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC 427. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC 427 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 623 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC 427. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | 427 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
