1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere
To start off, 1959 Land Rover 109 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 3,960 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Plymouth Belvedere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Plymouth Belvedere (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Plymouth Belvedere should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Land Rover 109 | 1954 Plymouth Belvedere | |
| Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
| Model | 109 | Belvedere |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2930 mm |
