2004 Ford GT vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record 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 421 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 442 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT | Record |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
