1975 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1975 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 3 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 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 De Tomaso Deauville 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 74 kg more than 1975 De Tomaso Deauville.
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, 1975 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1975 De Tomaso Deauville | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Deauville | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 6553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3000 mm |