1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 248 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Biscayne | Defender |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |