1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro is newer by 17 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 170 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 386 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
