1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1964 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 676 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.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | GT 40 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2360 mm |
