1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 36 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 205 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Opel Speedster (203 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2003 Opel Speedster 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 | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT 40 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 94.6 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 | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 36 L |
