1982 Ferrari 126 vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 126 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 126 (573 HP @ 11000 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (121 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 126 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1527 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 126.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 126. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 126 | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 126 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3230 mm |
