Jason
I have had the opportunity to see an original and a new GT together and my first impression was the same. My girlfriends comment was "Thats a small car". That was a few years ago and we both definitely prefer the original bodywork.
What is your impression both driving and visual? I definitely prefer the original design, and I think that is what draws so many to the GT 40, just a timeless classic.
Just my 2c
Cheers
Phil