1972 Audi Variant vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, both 1972 Audi Variant and 1972 Ford Gran Torino were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 575 kg more than 1972 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Gran Torino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Gran Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Audi Variant | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Variant | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1695 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |