1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 41 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 482 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Armada. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1968 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford GT 40 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 106 L |
