1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger 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 574 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 6553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3000 mm |
