2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1965 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1576 kg more than 1965 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1965 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Land Rover | Riley |
| Model | LR3 | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
