1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Fairlane | LR3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 100.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |