1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 37 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon 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 38 kg more than 2009 Ford Falcon.
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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon 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 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Gran Torino | Falcon |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5751 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 68 L |