1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 46 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 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 568 kg more than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | 62 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 82 L |
