1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 189 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT 40 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3090 mm |
