1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 369 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 135 L |
