1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 37 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 341 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 570 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford GT 40 | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | GT 40 | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 60 L |
