1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mustang. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 491 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (379 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Mustang 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 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 61 L |
