1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 39 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 276 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 166 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, 2006 Seat Cordoba, 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, 2006 Seat Cordoba (196 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Seat Cordoba 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 | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | GT 40 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 45 L |
