2007 Ford F-450 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 35 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-450 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-450 | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |
