1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 1990 Lada Samara 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 286 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara. 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, 1990 Lada Samara, 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, 1990 Lada Samara (98 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1990 Lada Samara 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 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | GT 40 | Samara |
Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 98 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |