1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 540 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
