1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 1969 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1610 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1610 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1969 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, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (159 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1977 Chrysler 1610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1610 | 1969 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 1610 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 125 L |
