2006 Ford GT vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 860 kg more than 1968 Morgan 4. 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | GT | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
