1966 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 943 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Because 1998 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1998 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | AC | Land Rover |
Model | Cobra | Discovery |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |