1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 210 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 925 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
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1967 Ford GT 40 | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | GT 40 | Kyron |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
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 | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 75 L |