1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1285 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm) has 665 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | GT 40 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2895 mm |
