1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 37 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1181 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40. 2008 GMC Savana 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. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | GT 40 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 117 L |
