2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (392 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1744 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Land Rover | Riley |
| Model | Range Rover | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 392 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 25 L |
