1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2000 Tata E
To start off, 2000 Tata E is newer by 28 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 202 more horse power than 2000 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata E weights approximately 410 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, 2000 Tata E (210 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2000 Tata E 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 | 2000 Tata E | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | GT 40 | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
