1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 236 kg more than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Lotus Elise (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 2010 Lotus Elise 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. 2010 Lotus Elise will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Gran Torino | Elise |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 86 L |