2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1971 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 995 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1971 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 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 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 125 L |
