1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 1962 Porsche 718
To start off, 1968 Ford GT 40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Porsche 718. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Porsche 718 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1962 Porsche 718. (146 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1962 Porsche 718. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1962 Porsche 718. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford GT 40 | 1962 Porsche 718 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | GT 40 | 718 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 52 L |
