1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 478 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1972 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT 40 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 68 L |
