1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 119 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT 40 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
