2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 490 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 465 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 | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 125 L |
