1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 55 L |
