2005 Ford GT vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. (266 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 531 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2005 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | GT | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 91 L |
