1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 36 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 33 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 996 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 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | GT 40 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 64 L |
