2009 Ford GT vs. 1967 Holden HR
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 230 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2009 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford GT | 1967 Holden HR | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | GT | HR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
