1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 445 kg more than 2002 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Newport | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 107 L |
