1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1972 Renault 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 15 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Renault 15 (98 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1972 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | GT 40 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 55 L |
