1962 Ford Anglia vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Anglia 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 313 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1962 Ford Anglia. 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, 1972 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm). This means 1972 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Anglia | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Anglia | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 125 L |
