1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 1968 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1971 Ford GT 70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford GT 70 | 1968 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | GT 70 | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2420 mm |