1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 44 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 254 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 595 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford GT 40 | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | GT 40 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1555 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 70 L |
