1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 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 221 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 889 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (285 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT 40 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 90 L |
