1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 43 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 210 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 717 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Civic 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 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT 40 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
