1995 Ford Escort vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, 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, 1995 Ford Escort (134 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1040 mm |
