1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is newer by 20 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 221 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity weights approximately 450 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1967 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (230 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity has automatic transmission and 1967 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Celebrity | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
