1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 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 1078 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
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 (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Gran Torino | 356 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |