1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 32 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 159 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1966 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, 1998 BMW Z3 (280 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z3 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
