1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 106 L |
