1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 40 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 182 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 656 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 75 L |
