1953 Ferrari 500 F2 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 500 F2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 500 F2 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 500 F2 (177 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 500 F2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 2144 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 500 F2.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ferrari 500 F2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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:
| 1953 Ferrari 500 F2 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 500 F2 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 2708 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
