1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr 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 269 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 290 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, 1969 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1969 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zephyr | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 125 L |
