1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1970 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1970 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bizzarrini GT | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
| Model | GT | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
