1972 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 499 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Granada | A5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
