1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 1973 MG MGB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 MG MGB 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 858 kg more than 1973 MG MGB.
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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1973 MG MGB | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Gran Torino | MGB |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2320 mm |