1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 38 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (250 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1513 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2010 Chevrolet Express 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. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT 40 | Express |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 117 L |
