1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1999 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 32 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 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1999 GMC Suburban. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1045 kg more 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 1999 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. 1999 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1999 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | GT 40 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3350 mm |
