1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford GT 40 | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | GT 40 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |