2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1313 kg more than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
| Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
| Model | Discovery | Cambridge |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
