2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1481 kg more than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 (427 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Land Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | LR3 | Victor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
