1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 187 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 463 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1967 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | GT 40 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 60 L |
