1960 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 49 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 77 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 573 kg more than 1960 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 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.
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1960 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | DeVille | Defender |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |