1995 BMW 520 vs. 1964 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1995 BMW 520 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 520 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1964 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, 1995 BMW 520 (190 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 520 | 1964 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 520 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1040 mm |
