1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 11 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, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 196 kg more than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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:
| 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Volante | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 6553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 76 L |
