1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1973 BMW 2004 is newer by 1 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 253 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 2004 weights approximately 60 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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2004 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
