1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1979 Triumph TR7 is newer by 13 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 246 more horse power than 1979 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1979 Triumph TR7. 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, 1979 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1979 Triumph TR7 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 | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | GT 40 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 55 L |
