1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 46 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 151 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 320 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Scion FR-S 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 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | GT 40 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 50 L |
