2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Land Rover | MG |
| Model | Discovery 3 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
