1955 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 632 kg more than 1955 Cadillac 62.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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:
| 1955 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | 62 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2670 mm |
