1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1989 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1989 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 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 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Mustang weights approximately 386 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, 1989 Ford Mustang (176 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1989 Ford Mustang 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 | 1989 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2560 mm |
