1958 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Cadillac Eldorado (204 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 518 kg more than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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:
1958 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | Eldorado | Defender |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |