1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 38 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1577 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford GT 40 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | GT 40 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 5324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 117 L |
