1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 40 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 200 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 871 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty (225 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty 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 | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | GT 40 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
