2008 Ford GT vs. 1968 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 870 kg more than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Morris Mini Moke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 1968 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | GT | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 29 L |
