2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 717 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 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 | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 125 L |
