1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1984 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 604 is newer by 18 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 197 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1966 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, 1984 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1984 Peugeot 604 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 | 1984 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | GT 40 | 604 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 70 L |
