1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 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 140 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 389 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (335 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 2005 Ford Mustang 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. 2005 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford GT 40 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | GT 40 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 335 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 100.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 84.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 61 L |