1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 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 237 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 4 weights approximately 60 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 Morgan 4 (160 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Morgan 4 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 | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | GT 40 | 4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 50 L |