1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 14 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 205 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 385 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, 1986 Porsche 944 (196 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1986 Porsche 944 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 | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | GT 40 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 66 L |
