2006 Ford GT vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria 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 460 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 289 kg more than 1970 Nissan Gloria. 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 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
