2009 BMW 116 vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 527 kg more than 1967 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, 2009 BMW 116 (151 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 116 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 125 L |
