1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1646 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT 40 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 100 L |
