1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (624 Nm) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche 911 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | GT 40 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 67 L |
