1963 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 27 kg more than 1963 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | 62 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 93 L |
