1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1980 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1980 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 16 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 217 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 401 kg more than 1964 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, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1980 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40. 1980 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1964 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 1980 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ford | Reliant |
| Model | GT 40 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
