1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 45 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 369 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | GT 40 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 64 L |
