1975 AC 428 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 628 kg more than 1975 AC 428.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1975 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 AC 428 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | 428 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
