1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 646 kg more than 1963 Rover 2000. 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 (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Gran Torino | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |
