1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Chevelle | Defender |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6478 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |