1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 4 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 242 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 505 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
