1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2009 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora is newer by 45 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 74 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Evora.
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, 2009 Lotus Evora (342 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Lotus Evora 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 | 2009 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | GT 40 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
