1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1962 Porsche 718
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Porsche 718. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Porsche 718 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Porsche 718 (146 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Porsche 718 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1962 Porsche 718.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Porsche 718. 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.
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1999 Land Rover Discovery | 1962 Porsche 718 | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | Discovery | 718 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |