1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 1973 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1973 Chrysler 160 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 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, 1973 Chrysler 160 (163 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1973 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40. 1973 Chrysler 160 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1970 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chrysler 160 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford GT 40 | 1973 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | GT 40 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
