2002 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volkswagen 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Discovery | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Discovery | 411 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
