1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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 261 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 570 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
| Model | GT 40 | Rural |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
