1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2001 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3110 is newer by 29 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 216 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 440 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, 2001 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2001 GAZ 3110 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 | 2001 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | GT 40 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
