2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1967 Wartburg 353

To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 353 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) has 242 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 353.

Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Wartburg 353. 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 353.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 1967 Wartburg 353
Make Land Rover Wartburg
Model Discovery 3 353
Year Released 2005 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4394 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 291 HP 49 HP
Torque 425 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 73.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1650 mm


 

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