1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 22 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 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (240 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
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 (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 TVR Cerbera. (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 TVR Cerbera. 1972 Ford Gran Torino has automatic transmission and 1994 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1994 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Gran Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Gran Torino | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5751 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 57 L |
