2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America 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) has 128 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1733 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America. 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 1958 Talbot Lago America. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Land Rover | Talbot |
| Model | Discovery | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
