1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 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, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 392 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (205 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1987 Volvo 760 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 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | GT 40 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 82 L |
