1951 Ford Custom vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Custom would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1951 Ford Custom. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Custom.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Custom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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:
| 1951 Ford Custom | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Custom | Defender |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
