1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 540 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alvis TF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF. 1967 Alvis TF has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Alvis TF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Discovery | 1967 Alvis TF | |
| Make | Land Rover | Alvis |
| Model | Discovery | TF |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3944 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
