1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, both 1972 Ford GT 40 and 1972 Subaru Leone were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 290 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Subaru Leone (94 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1972 Subaru Leone 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 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | GT 40 | Leone |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 85 Nm | 94 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |