1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 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 159 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 881 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 2005 Kia Sorento 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. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | GT 40 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 2017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 80 L |
