2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1968 Porsche 906
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 906. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 906 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 906 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 906 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1968 Porsche 906.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Porsche 906. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 1968 Porsche 906 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Defender | 906 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 61 L |
