1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1966 Holden HD is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 336 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | GT 40 | HD |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
