1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 41 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 81 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40. 2011 Toyota Venza 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. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford GT 40 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT 40 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 67 L |
