1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 29 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 295 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | GT 40 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |