1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 39 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1695 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40. 2010 Ford Expedition 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. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 127 L |
