1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 47 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 10 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | 62 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 82 L |