1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 29 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 232 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1995 Mazda 626 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 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT 40 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 60 L |
