1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 29 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 227 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 314 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT 40 | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
