1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 51 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 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 490 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Defender. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2010 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2010 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | 62 | Defender |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |