1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 89 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 292 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 381 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 | 998 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 80 L |
