2008 Ford GT vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Monza 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 379 more horse power than 1987 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 200 kg more than 1987 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 1987 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT | Monza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
