1978 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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 Mustang (339 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 85 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |