1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 38 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1358 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 2004 Ford Expedition 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. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 106 L |
