1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 350 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 390 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, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra 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 | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | GT 40 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2795 mm |
