2009 BMW 745 vs. 1970 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 BMW 745. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1970 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 745 (450 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40. 2009 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1970 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 1970 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 125 L |
