1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana 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 165 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 828 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Because 1970 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40. 2004 Pontiac Montana 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. 2004 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford GT 40 | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | GT 40 | Montana |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 95 L |
