1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 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 315 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 50 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, 1972 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm). This means 1972 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | GT 40 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2690 mm |
