2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1964 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 650T 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 275 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 2204 kg more than 1964 Steyr 650T. 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 1964 Steyr 650T. 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 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 650T. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1964 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1964 Steyr 650T 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 | 1964 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Land Rover | Steyr |
Model | Discovery | 650T |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1850 mm |