1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen SP is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. 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 286 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen SP (120 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1974 Volkswagen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT 40 | SP |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
