1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Ford F-450
To start off, 2010 Ford F-450 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-450. (326 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-450.
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-450 (814 Nm) has 729 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-450 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-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 144 L |
