1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 43 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (498 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 2009 GMC Yukon 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. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | GT 40 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 98 L |
