2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1964 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1964 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40. 2000 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1964 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1964 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | SSR | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
