1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 33 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 815 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (251 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Previa 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 | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT 40 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 75 L |
