1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 1973 Mazda 616 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 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 271 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 616 (124 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1973 Mazda 616 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 | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT 40 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
