2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1958 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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.
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2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | Discovery | 356 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |