1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 38 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 874 kg more than 2010 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Gran Torino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Gran Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Gran Torino | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |
