2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1350 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Land Rover | Morgan |
Model | Discovery | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 341 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |