1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 38 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 80 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 509 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, 2008 Nissan Altima, 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (350 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Altima 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 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 76 L |
