1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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:
| 1995 Land Rover Discovery | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Discovery | 356 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1963 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
