1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1992 Renault Safrane is newer by 24 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 326 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 450 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
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, 1992 Renault Safrane, 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 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | GT 40 | Safrane |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2770 mm |