1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 40 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 120 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 775 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 328 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 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | GT 40 | 328 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 57 L |