2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Talbot Lago America. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Land Rover | Talbot |
| Model | Discovery | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
