1972 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Avanti | Land Rover |
| Model | Avanti | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
