1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 399 kg more than 1967 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, 1977 Opel Monza (248 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 1977 Opel Monza has automatic transmission and 1967 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Opel Monza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT 40 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1397 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 50 L |
