1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 36 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 89 more horse power than 2008 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 744 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2008 Ford Falcon 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. 2008 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 68 L |
