1966 Porsche 906 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 906. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 906 would be higher. At 2,013 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 906. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 906. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1973 kg more than 1966 Porsche 906. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Porsche 906. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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.
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1966 Porsche 906 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Porsche | Land Rover |
Model | 906 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 617 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2158 mm |