1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2006 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2006 Opel Speedster is newer by 34 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 153 more horse power than 2006 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Speedster weights approximately 45 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, 2006 Opel Speedster (250 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Speedster 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 | 2006 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT 40 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 36 L |
