1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 42 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 237 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 329 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, 2008 BMW 316 (175 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 2008 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1966 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | GT 40 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 63 L |
