1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 40 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 194 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Element 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 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT 40 | Element |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 60 L |
