2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1858 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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-250 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-250 (500 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 125 L |
