1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 46 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 172 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 311 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Because 1966 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Camry (230 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 2012 Toyota Camry 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. 2012 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT 40 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 64 L |
