2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1964 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 988 kg more than 1964 Rover P5. 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 1964 Rover P5. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P5. (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P5. 1964 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2007 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Discovery | P5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |
