1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 149 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1384 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT 40 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 96 L |
