1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 815 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | GT 40 | Previa |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 75 L |