2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1958 Rover P5
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 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,950 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 595 kg more than 1958 Rover P5.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P5. 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 (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5. 1958 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Discovery | P5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 63 L |
