1987 Lamborghini Portofino vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Portofino would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino 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 606 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Land Rover |
| Model | Portofino | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 93 L |
