1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 41 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1624 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1971 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | GT 40 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 104 L |
