1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1971 Ford GT 40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1964 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Triumph TR4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1971 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, 1964 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1964 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | GT 40 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 53 L |
