1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 1958 Land Rover 109

To start off, 1959 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Seville (210 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 500 kg more than 1958 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Seville. 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. 1959 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1958 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Cadillac Seville 1958 Land Rover 109
Make Cadillac Land Rover
Model Seville 109
Year Released 1959 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6390 cc 2285 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 67 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2780 mm


 

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