1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 35 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 169 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 1157 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2002 BMW X5 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 | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | GT 40 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 93 L |
