2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 37 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2022 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 125 L |
