2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1970 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1659 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1970 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 125 L |
