2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 32 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1556 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (447 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2516 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 125 L |
