1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 24 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 154 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (289 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 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 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | GT 40 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 70 L |
