2007 BMW 750 vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40. 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 2007 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1967 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 125 L |
