2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 30 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 715 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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 125 L |
