1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 1986 Opel Senator is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 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 236 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 360 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, 1986 Opel Senator (182 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1986 Opel Senator 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 | 1986 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT 40 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 70 L |
