1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 44 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (323 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1537 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, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 2010 GMC Savana 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. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | GT 40 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 2673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 117 L |
