1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2005 Ford GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Chevelle | GT |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
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 | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |