1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina 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 242 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Livina weights approximately 369 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, 2012 Nissan Livina, 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, 2012 Nissan Livina (153 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Livina 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 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Livina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 52 L |
