1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1974 Porsche 914
To start off, 1974 Porsche 914 is newer by 2 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 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1974 Porsche 914. 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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1974 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Gran Torino | 914 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6553 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |