1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 39 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 246 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 206 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT 40 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 55 L |
