1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1966 Renault 10
To start off, both 1966 Ford GT 40 and 1966 Renault 10 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1966 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm). This means 1966 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford GT 40 | 1966 Renault 10 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | GT 40 | 10 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 77 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 38 L |