1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 1968 Renault 4
To start off, both 1968 Ford GT 40 and 1968 Renault 4 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 391 more horse power than 1968 Renault 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 1968 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | GT 40 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 38 L |
