1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 298 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 15 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, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | GT 40 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 40 L |