1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 21 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 284 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 5 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, 1988 Austin Maestro, 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, 1988 Austin Maestro (102 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1988 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 125 L |
