1972 Plymouth Fury vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (364 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 774 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Fury. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Fury. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Fury | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Plymouth | GMC |
| Model | Fury | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 364 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3380 mm |
