1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1972 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
To start off, both 1972 Ford GT 40 and 1972 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow weights approximately 1158 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1972 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | GT 40 | Silver Shadow |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 107 L |
