1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 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 223 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (127 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (168 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1985 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT 40 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 55 L |
