1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 89 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 482 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 80 L |
