1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1384 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 106 L |
