1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 42 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 179 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | GT 40 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
