1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex 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 88 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 1030 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, 2012 Ford Flex, 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, 2012 Ford Flex (336 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 2012 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 70 L |
