2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 37 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 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5398 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 125 L |
