1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 35 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 819 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 2001 GMC Safari 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. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 2001 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | GT 40 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 98 L |
