2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 47 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 2,498 cc, 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 358 kg more than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Land Rover |
| Model | Defender | 109 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2285 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1700 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
