1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 34 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 195 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 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 | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT 40 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 74 L |
