1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang 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 245 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
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) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Gran Torino | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5751 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |
