2004 Ford GT vs. 1967 MG MGC
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGC would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1967 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1967 MG MGC.
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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 1967 MG MGC | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | GT | MGC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
