2004 Ford GT vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 320 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | GT | HD |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
