2001 BMW 735 vs. 1971 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2001 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1971 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, 2001 BMW 735 (350 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40. 2001 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1971 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 1971 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 735 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3429 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 125 L |
