1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 33 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 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1966 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 905 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 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 | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | GT 40 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1150 mm |
