1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 36 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 238 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4. 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, 2002 Morgan 4 (160 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2002 Morgan 4 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 | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | GT 40 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 50 L |
