1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2001 Renault Talisman
To start off, 2001 Renault Talisman is newer by 33 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) has 350 more horse power than 2001 Renault Talisman. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Talisman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Talisman weights approximately 640 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Talisman. (105 Nm). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Talisman. 2001 Renault Talisman has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1968 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Talisman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford GT 40 | 2001 Renault Talisman | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | GT 40 | Talisman |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 83 L |
