2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1964 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1964 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 616 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1964 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 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 | 1480 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
