1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 40 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 326 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
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 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo. 2008 Smart ForTwo 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. 2008 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | GT 40 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 52 L |