1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 35 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 110 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 936 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, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest 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 | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | GT 40 | Quest |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 76 L |