1972 Ford Custom vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 514 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
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 Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ. 1972 Ford Custom has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru BRZ has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru BRZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Custom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Custom | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2570 mm |
