1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP) has 1283 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 453 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SSC Tuatara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 885 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Land Rover | SSC |
| Model | 109 | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 1350 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2667 mm |
