1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | GT 40 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
