1995 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro 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 268 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
