1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 1997 Volvo S90
To start off, 1997 Volvo S90 is newer by 28 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 173 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S90 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1969 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, 1997 Volvo S90 (260 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1997 Volvo S90 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 | 1997 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | GT 40 | S90 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1450 mm |
