1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 46 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 115 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 690 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 1964 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40. 2010 Nissan Quest 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. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3160 mm |
