1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 70 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 328 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 1972 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | GT 40 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |
