1972 Ford Gran Torino

The 1972 Ford Gran Torino stands out within the Torino lineup for its distinctive styling and performance capabilities. Available in various body styles, including a 2-door hardtop, 2-door fastback (SportsRoof), 4-door sedan, and a 4-door station wagon, it caters to diverse consumer preferences. The standard engine options range from the base 250 cid straight-six to a more robust 302 cid V8 in the Gran Torino Sport and Squire. For enhanced power, options included the 351 cid, 400 cid, and the impressive 429 cid V8s. Transmission choices featured both manual and automatic options, including a 3-speed Cruise-O-Matic. The 2-door models had a wheelbase of 114 inches and measured approximately 203.7 inches in length, while the larger 4-door models and station wagons offered extended dimensions. Notably, the 1972 model debuted a unique front grille design, characterized by a wide-open maw and a complex bumper, alongside the sportier Gran Torino Sport trim that included performance features like Magnum 500 wheels.