1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z

To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z 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 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 63 more horse power than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 323 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 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z 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 2004 Nissan 350Z
Make Ford Nissan
Model GT 40 350Z
Year Released 1966 2004
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 3490 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 350 HP 287 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 372 Nm
Engine Bore Size 95.6 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.9 mm 81 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1136 kg 1459 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1040 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 125 L 76 L


 

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