1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 46 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 66 more horse power than 2013 Ford Taurus. (284 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 909 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 2013 Ford Taurus 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. 2013 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 72 L |
