1995 BMW M5 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 23 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 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 133 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |