1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 41 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, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Because 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2013 Infiniti G (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G 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 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Gran Torino | G |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
