1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 31 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | GT 40 | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1160 mm |
