1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 16 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 274 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 340 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, 1988 Toyota Model F (140 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 1988 Toyota Model F 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. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT 40 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2240 mm |
