1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 42 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 164 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 2010 BMW X3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | GT 40 | X3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4569 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1676 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 67 L |