1965 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1038 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Caprice. 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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1965 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Caprice | Defender |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6476 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |