1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 43 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 781 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1964 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3560 mm |
