2009 Ford GT vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 904. (155 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 870 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904. 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, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford GT | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | GT | 904 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |