1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 42 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 727 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Mustang 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 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 61 L |
