1991 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 1991 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1967 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Suburban | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2430 mm |
