1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 38 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1964 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 481 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | GT 40 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 620 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |