1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 33 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 174 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | GT 40 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 303 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |