1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car
To start off, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (365 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Ford GT 40. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car should accelerate faster than 1967 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, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (679 Nm) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford GT 40 | 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | GT 40 | 442 Indy Pace Car |
Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 365 HP |
Torque | 85 Nm | 679 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 108 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |