1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit 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 200 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 318 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 Dodge Spirit, 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 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
