1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 634 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Gran Torino | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2895 mm |