1958 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Cadillac Sixty (189 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 51 kg more than 1958 Cadillac Sixty.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Cadillac Sixty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Sixty | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | Sixty | Defender |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 2286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 3230 mm |
