1972 Ford Torino vs. 1968 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 172 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Espada.
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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1968 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Torino | Espada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 93 L |
