2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG MGB 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 90 more horse power than 1973 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1973 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1708 kg more than 1973 MG MGB. 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 1973 MG MGB. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1973 MG MGB | |
Make | Land Rover | MG |
Model | Discovery | MGB |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 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 Weight | 2708 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |