1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari 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 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 215 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 2007 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (181 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Tata Safari 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 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | GT 40 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
