1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 18 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 175 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 460 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Because 1972 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1990 Honda Legend 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 | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT 40 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 68 L |
