1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 41 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 276 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2005 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | GT 40 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 110 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 1820 mm |