1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 30 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 194 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (156 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise. 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, 2002 Lotus Elise (180 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2002 Lotus Elise 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 | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | GT 40 | Elise |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 89.3 mm |
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 | 806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 38 L |