1972 Plymouth Fury vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, both 1972 Plymouth Fury and 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix.

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.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Plymouth Fury 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Plymouth Pontiac
Model Fury Grand Prix
Year Released 1972 1972
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6555 cc 6547 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 0 HP 247 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1855 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 5350 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 3030 mm


 

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