1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 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 189 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40. 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Ford GT 40 | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | GT 40 | Rexton |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 345 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |