2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1577 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 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 | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 125 L |
