1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 113 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 610 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT 40 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 55 L |
