2009 BMW 635 vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 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 68 more horse power than 2009 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 635.
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 635 (580 Nm) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 2009 BMW 635 has automatic transmission and 1967 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 635 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |
