1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 33 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 246 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 557 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, 2005 Mazda Marathon (174 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Marathon 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 | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT 40 | Marathon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 10 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1517 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 76 L |
