1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1985 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Swift is newer by 18 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 284 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1985 Suzuki Swift (107 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1985 Suzuki Swift 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 | 1985 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | GT 40 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1360 mm |
