1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1957 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1957 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Discovery | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Discovery | 356 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
