1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 37 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 260 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 159 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, 2003 Ford Econovan (139 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Econovan 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 | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2210 mm |
