1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 7 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 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (374 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 1972 Ford Gran Torino has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Gran Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 87 L |
