1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 501 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT 40 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 68 L |
