1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 979 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (335 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 85 L |
