1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 3 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. (266 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Because 1969 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1969 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | GT 40 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 91 L |
