1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1996 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1996 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 29 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 156 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Lexcen. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 387 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, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 1996 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 1967 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1996 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT 40 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
