1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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 184 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 115 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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford GT 40 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | GT 40 | Accord |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 65 L |