1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 243 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |