1974 AC 428 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | 428 | Discovery 3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
