1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 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 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 168 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1316 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | GT 40 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
