1972 Ford Custom vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 5,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 808 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Custom | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 6590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 129 L |
