1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1994 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1994 Opel Frontera is newer by 27 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 236 more horse power than 1994 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 641 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera 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, 1994 Opel Frontera 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, 1994 Opel Frontera (171 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1994 Opel Frontera 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 | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT 40 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 75 L |
