1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 48 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (307 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT 40 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3310 mm |
