1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 35 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln Mark LT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1615 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, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (523 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1972 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2007 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | GT 40 | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 114 L |
