2008 Ford GT vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva 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 431 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 710 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2300 mm |
