1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1999 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Nissan Laurel is newer by 33 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 197 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 254 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, 1999 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 1999 Nissan Laurel 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. 1999 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1999 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
