2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 1968 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 456M is newer by 34 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 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Ferrari 456M. (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 810 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari 456M. (551 Nm). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 456M | 1968 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456M | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 4948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 125 L |
