1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1358 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 Silverado (454 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT 40 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 98 L |
