1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 44 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 123 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 541 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | GT 40 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
