1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 42 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (306 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1967 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | GT 40 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 104 L |
