1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1964 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 2 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 246 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 66 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
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, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT (137 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 1964 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
