1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 18 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 53 more horse power than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 490 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2420 mm |
