2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1955 Triumph TR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR3.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Triumph TR3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR3. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR3. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1955 Triumph TR3 has manual transmission. 1955 Triumph TR3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1955 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | LR3 | TR3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 29 L |
