1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 4,195 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 103 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 264 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (334 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | GT 40 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
