2002 BMW 320 vs. 1964 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 38 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 202 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 320 weights approximately 531 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, 2002 BMW 320 (330 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 320 | 1964 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
