1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 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 354 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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, 1988 Lada Samara, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | GT 40 | Samara |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |