1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 14 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 288 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit (104 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT 40 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
