1998 Ford Contour vs. 1968 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 451 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 1968 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Contour | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 125 L |