2008 Ford GT vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat 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 266 more horse power than 1968 Opel Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Ford 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Diplomat. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Diplomat. 1968 Opel Diplomat has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2008 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Opel Diplomat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
