1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 10 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 177 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 76 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (325 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1966 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | GT 40 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
