1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 34 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 1625 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 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 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 144 L |
