2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1969 MG MGC
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1969 MG MGC.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 MG MGC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG MGC. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1969 MG MGC | |
| Make | Land Rover | MG |
| Model | Discovery | MGC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
