1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-350 weights approximately 6 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-350 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 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 144 L |
