2005 Ford GT vs. 1968 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 937 kg more than 1968 Steyr 700C. 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 1968 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | GT | 700C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1950 mm |
