1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 940 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford GT 40 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2840 mm |
