1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 14 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (285 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1967 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | GT 40 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3300 mm |
