1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 35 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Gran Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Gran Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2007 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Gran Torino | M |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |