1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1754 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT 40 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 100 L |
