1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 29 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1970 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford GT 40 | 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT 40 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3350 mm |
