1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 590 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 Holden Commodore (395 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 1997 Holden Commodore 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. 1997 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | GT 40 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2950 mm |
