1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 47 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 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 266 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Scion tC 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 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | GT 40 | tC |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
