1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca 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 298 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1995 Volkswagen Fusca 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 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT 40 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
