1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1978 Toyota Tercel is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Tercel weights approximately 6 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 1964 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Toyota Tercel (102 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1978 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT 40 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
