1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 5 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 267 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda 929 (134 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1977 Mazda 929 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 | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT 40 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 55 L |
