2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1965 Porsche 904
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 2019 kg more than 1965 Porsche 904. 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 1965 Porsche 904. 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 1965 Porsche 904 has manual transmission. 1965 Porsche 904 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 | 1965 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Discovery | 904 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2718 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
