1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1991 Renault 25
To start off, 1991 Renault 25 is newer by 24 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 248 more horse power than 1991 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault 25 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
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, 1991 Renault 25, 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, 1991 Renault 25 (159 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1991 Renault 25 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 | 1991 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | GT 40 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
