1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 31 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. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 760 kg more than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 | 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Gran Torino | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 638 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 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 | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |