1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 35 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 207 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 465 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, 2003 Volvo V50, 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford GT 40 | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | GT 40 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 62 L |
