2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Copen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen will offer significantly more control. 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 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Copen | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 125 L |
