1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima is newer by 37 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 175 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Altima weights approximately 451 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
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, 2004 Nissan Altima, 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, 2004 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Altima 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 | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 76 L |
