1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Range Rover. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1356 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1964 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 1995 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | GT 40 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
