1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 1969 Mini Clubman
To start off, both 1969 Ford GT 40 and 1969 Mini Clubman were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Mini Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm). This means 1969 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 1969 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | GT 40 | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2040 mm |
