2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1264 kg more than 1966 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 2001 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1966 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Express | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 125 L |
