1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 4,195 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 184 more horse power than 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 618 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, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1972 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Ford GT 40 | 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | GT 40 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 219 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 66 L |