1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1984 Honda Accord
To start off, 1984 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 261 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Accord weights approximately 96 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, 1984 Honda Accord, 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, 1984 Honda Accord (129 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1984 Honda Accord 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 | 1984 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT 40 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
