1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 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 143 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 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 | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT 40 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 74 L |
