1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (444 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Porsche 911 (584 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 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 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | GT 40 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2280 mm |
