1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1987 Ford Fairlane is newer by 21 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 213 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 494 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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane 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 | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2950 mm |
