1968 Ford 12 M 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 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 892 kg more than 1968 Ford 12 M. 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 12 M | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 12 M | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1182 cc | 5751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |
