2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1967 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 125 L |
