1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 46 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 160 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 580 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 1964 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1964 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT 40 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2741 mm |
