1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 39 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1271 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 2011 GMC Savana (352 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2011 GMC Savana 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. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | GT 40 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 117 L |
