2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1962 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1474 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 403. 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 1962 Peugeot 403. 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. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1962 Peugeot 403 has manual transmission. 1962 Peugeot 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1962 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Discovery | 403 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
