1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 41 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 191 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 724 kg more than 1971 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | GT 40 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 79 L |