2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1966 Porsche 912
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1966 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (440 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 912. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1966 Porsche 912 has manual transmission. 1966 Porsche 912 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1966 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Range Rover | 912 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
