1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT 40 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 99 L |
