1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado 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 237 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 280 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 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | GT 40 | Corrado |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 2859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 70 L |