1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 314 kg more than 1959 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109. 1972 Ford Gran Torino has automatic transmission and 1959 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Gran Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Gran Torino | 109 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6553 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
