1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1990 Honda Accord
To start off, 1990 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 202 more horse power than 1990 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 546 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, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT 40 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
