Mike,
it,s all good for a laugh I know, but on a more serious note, the 40 does have better cornering power, but on sheer aerodynamics, weight and its original power base, the 917 would easily outrun it.
There is no doubt about it though, you do have a very low driving position, you are very vunerable and it does give you a different driving perspective. It does keep you alert and very wary that you are that much closer to your maker !!!!
I,ve always said that the GT40 is like driving a comfortable sofa, compared to a 917 that's like a scalded cat on steroids. I have had a shunt in my 40 and 917. The GT40 accident was so safe in comparison, BUT had I have been in the 917 I would not be typing this out now.
It is now very difficult to see a 917 really being used in anger like they used to be, compared to GT40s, Lola T70 Mk3bs or similar V8 brutes. The very lightness of construction and the strong but delicate nature of powerplant and transmission, combined with the sheer cost of repair with such lightweight and special materials, has meant the basic end to their total dominance. Invariably the T70s outgun them nowadays through sheer numbers and the ever reliable, and easily replaced engine and gearbox. Had that all been available in period, there is no doubt that the 917s dominance would have been threatened very heavily, especially with the T70 superb aerodynamics and neutral cornering abilities.
I,ve never had any cameras fitted to the cars so I cannot show you anything, but there are odd bits on the internet that others have captured.