2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1971 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 34 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1971 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rainier | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 125 L |
