1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 45 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 80 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (270 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 952 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (329 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 2012 Audi Q5 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. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | GT 40 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 75 L |
