1983 BMW 323 vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1983 BMW 323 is newer by 11 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 202 more horse power than 1983 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 323 weights approximately 167 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, 1983 BMW 323 (205 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1983 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 323 | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 125 L |
