1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 1991 Italdesign M12
To start off, 1991 Italdesign M12 is newer by 20 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Italdesign M12. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1991 Italdesign M12.
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, 1991 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 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 | 1991 Italdesign M12 | |
| Make | Ford | Italdesign |
| Model | GT 40 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2600 mm |
