1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 20 kg more than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | 62 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2550 mm |
