1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1964 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1981 Dodge Mirada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 836 kg more than 1964 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, 1981 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 1964 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Mirada | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 85 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2420 mm |