2006 Ford GT vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 639 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
