1999 Buick Century vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1999 Buick Century is newer by 32 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 610 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1967 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 1999 Buick Century 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. 1999 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Century | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 125 L |
