1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1968 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1968 Ford GT 40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 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 283 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1968 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 2400 | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2321 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 125 L |