1974 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Brougham (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 378 kg more than 1974 Cadillac Brougham.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Cadillac Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Brougham | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | Brougham | Defender |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5950 mm | 3900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2370 mm |
