1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 23 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 100 more horse power than 1990 Ford RS 200. (250 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 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 | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 54 L |
