1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 23 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 187 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 616 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1987 Mazda 929 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 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT 40 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
