2006 Ford GT vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP) has 497 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 609 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 1971 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
