1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 415 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Gran Torino | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
