2007 BMW 645 vs. 1969 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2007 BMW 645 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 BMW 645. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 645 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1969 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, 2007 BMW 645 (450 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 645 | 1969 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 645 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |
