1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 35 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 147 more horse power than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1896 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1971 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 72 L |
