2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 755 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1968 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | GT 40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 125 L |