1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 389 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (210 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford GT 40 | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | GT 40 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 210 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2560 mm |