1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester 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 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 227 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 475 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (176 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Subaru Forester 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 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | GT 40 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
