1975 Alpine A 442 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alpine A 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alpine A 442 would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alpine A 442 (484 HP @ 9900 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 442 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1968 kg more than 1975 Alpine A 442.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alpine A 442. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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:
| 1975 Alpine A 442 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Alpine | Land Rover |
| Model | A 442 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 484 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2708 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
