1956 Ford Popular vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1967 Ford GT 40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular 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 324 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1956 Ford Popular. 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, 1967 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 1967 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Popular | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 85 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |