1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. 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 223 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT 40 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
