1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1998 Ford Puma
To start off, 1998 Ford Puma is newer by 34 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 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Puma weights approximately 146 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, 1998 Ford Puma, 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, 1998 Ford Puma (125 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Puma 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 | 1998 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
