1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Centura is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 205 kg more than 1967 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, 1975 Chrysler Centura (176 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1975 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Centura | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Centura | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
