1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna 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 84 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 935 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Because 1972 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Sienna (332 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2010 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT 40 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 76 L |
