1941 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 70 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,676 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Cadillac 62 (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 918 kg more than 1941 Cadillac 62.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | 62 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5676 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
