1997 BMW S3 vs. 1964 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1997 BMW S3 is newer by 33 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 90 more horse power than 1997 BMW S3. (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW S3 weights approximately 504 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, 1997 BMW S3 (330 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1997 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW S3 | 1964 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | S3 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
