1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 41 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1924 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra 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 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | GT 40 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 2788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 4010 mm |
