1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 36 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 212 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 845 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Because 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara (220 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Opel Antara 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 | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT 40 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 65 L |
