1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 26 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 221 more horse power than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 73 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, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | GT 40 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 48 L |