1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 394 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 2006 Ford GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Centura | GT |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
