1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | S-10 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2420 mm |
