1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 425 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | GT 40 | Forester |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |