1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 370 kg more than 1958 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | Eldorado | 109 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7732 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 710 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2780 mm |