2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
| Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
| Model | Defender | Cambridge |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
