1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 24 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 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 508 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
