1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 25 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 232 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 270 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio 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 | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1440 mm |
