1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 835 more horse power than 1969 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec Sirius weights approximately 320 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40. 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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm) has 1261 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 2001 Lotec Sirius | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | GT 40 | Sirius |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 1185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 1346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1130 mm |
