1962 Abarth 750 vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1967 Ford GT 40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 750 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 307 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1962 Abarth 750. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm). This means 1967 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 750 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 125 L |
