1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 563 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Gran Torino | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
