1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 38 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 211 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 933 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | GT 40 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 75 L |
