1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 573 kg more than 1962 Cadillac Sixty.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac Sixty. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Sixty | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | Sixty | Defender |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
