1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider 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 4,195 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 140 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 580 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 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider 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 Mitsubishi Raider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT 40 | Raider |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 83 L |
