1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 906 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | GT 40 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 70 L |
