1951 BMW 340 vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1967 Ford GT 40 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 BMW 340 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1951 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1951 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 BMW 340 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 BMW 340 | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 340 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
