1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1748 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford GT 40 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | GT 40 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 68 L |