1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 18 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 162 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Because 1970 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40. 1988 Honda Legend 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. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford GT 40 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT 40 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 68 L |
