1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 36 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Armada 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 | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 106 L |
