1968 Ford 17 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | 17 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 104 L |