1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 21 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 208 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (224 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1985 Renault 25 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 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | GT 40 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
