2008 BMW 740 vs. 1964 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 BMW 740 (600 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40. 2008 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1964 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 1964 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 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 | 2090 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2420 mm |
