1991 Ginetta G vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ginetta G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ginetta G would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1833 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ginetta G. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ginetta G. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ginetta G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ginetta G | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ginetta | Land Rover |
| Model | G | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |
