1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1999 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1999 Toyota Supra is newer by 27 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 43 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Supra. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 399 kg more than 1999 Toyota Supra. 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, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (403 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1999 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Gran Torino | Supra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6553 cc | 3065 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 1050 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
