1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 42 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (414 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 331 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40. 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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (563 Nm) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 2009 Pontiac G8 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. 2009 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | GT 40 | G8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 72 L |
