1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 BMW Z4
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 is newer by 35 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 182 more horse power than 2005 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW Z4 weights approximately 365 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, 2005 BMW Z4 (210 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40. 2005 BMW Z4 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. 2005 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford GT 40 | 2005 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | GT 40 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 55 L |
