2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1958 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1769 kg more than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1958 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Land Rover | Riley |
Model | Discovery | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 62 HP |
Torque | 425 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |