1960 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 65 kg more than 1960 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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:
| 1960 Cadillac DeVille | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | DeVille | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
