2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1969 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 338 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1969 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1969 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 125 L |
