1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2001 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1959 Cadillac 62 2001 Land Rover Freelander
Make Cadillac Land Rover
Model 62 Freelander
Year Released 1959 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6382 cc 1951 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2125 kg 1555 kg
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2560 mm