1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 47 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 54 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 999 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Ford GT 40 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | GT 40 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 70 L |