1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 40 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 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS 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 319 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 1972 Ford Gran Torino has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Gran Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Gran Torino | DBS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6553 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
