1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 43 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 256 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 425 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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | GT 40 | 120 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 53 L |