1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 42 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 178 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 896 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Navara 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 | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | GT 40 | Navara |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 403 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 80 L |