1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 336 kg more than 1972 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3868 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 125 L |
