Land Rover Series IIA

vs

Land Rover Range Rover L322

UK vs UK — 1958 vs 2002

Land Rover Series IIA (1958)
Land Rover Range Rover L322 (2002)
Specifications
Series IIA 109 Station WagonRange Rover L322 Supercharged V8
Horsepower77 hp510 hp
Torque125 lb-ft461 lb-ft
Engine Size2,286 cc5,000 cc
0-60 mph5.9 sec
Top Speed65 mph140 mph
¼ Mile14.1 sec
Weight3,501 lbs5,974 lbs
Wheelbase2,768 mm2,880 mm
Length4,470 mm4,972 mm
Original MSRP$3,200$94,150
Value (Excellent)$60,000$45,000
Collectibility7/105/10
Rarity4/104/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 1958 Land Rover Series IIA 109 Station Wagon brings lighter weight, stronger collectibility to the table, and the 2002 Land Rover Range Rover L322 Supercharged V8 answers with more power, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

Land Rover has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1958 Land Rover Series IIA 109 Station Wagon with the 2002 Land Rover Range Rover L322 Supercharged V8 highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. The 2002 Land Rover Range Rover L322 Supercharged V8 holds a clear advantage in raw power with 510 hp compared to 77 hp, a 433-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Land Rover Series IIA uses a Inline-4 OHV displacing 2,286 cc, while the Land Rover Range Rover L322 relies on a V8 Supercharged with 5,000 cc. The 2002 Land Rover Range Rover L322 Supercharged V8 claims a higher top speed at 140 mph compared to 65 mph. The Land Rover Series IIA carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 2473 lbs lighter. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1958 Land Rover Series IIA 109 Station Wagon rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.