1978 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 1978 Ford Capri (151 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
