1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1969 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 605 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40. 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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero 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 | 1969 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 41 L |
