1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 365 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Chevelle | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 125 L |
