1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 37 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 179 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 165 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2009 Mazda Tribute 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. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Ford GT 40 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | GT 40 | Tribute |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 232 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 62 L |