1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 20 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, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1987 Renault 5 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 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | GT 40 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 51 L |
