1990 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 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, 1990 Ford Mustang (183 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Mustang | 1970 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 125 L |
