1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. 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, 1963 BMW 1800 (144 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1963 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1800 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 107 L |
