2007 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT.
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 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mustang | 1968 Opel GT | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | GT |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |