1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 755 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 2012 Audi Q7 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. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Gran Torino | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 100 L |
