1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 39 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 249 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 525 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.

Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Ford GT 40 2007 Subaru Forester
Make Ford Subaru
Model GT 40 Forester
Year Released 1968 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4948 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 424 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 980 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 125 L 60 L


 

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