2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 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 186 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | Discovery 3 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
