1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star
To start off, 1971 Ford GT 40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star 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 33 more horse power than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. (317 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star weights approximately 340 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, 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star (374 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star 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 | 1966 Lamborghini Flying Star | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | GT 40 | Flying Star |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 77 L |
