1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Ford GT 40. (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford GT 40. (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford GT 40. 2011 BMW 750 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. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | GT 40 | 750 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 697 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 82 L |