1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 38 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 88 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 105 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40. 2009 Suzuki Equator 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. 2009 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | GT 40 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 80 L |
