1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona 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 250 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 25 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (148 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1968 Toyota Corona 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 | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | GT 40 | Corona |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 148 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 51 L |