1972 Ford Torino vs. 1969 Lamborghini Islero
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 247 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
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, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Islero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 1972 Ford Torino has automatic transmission and 1969 Lamborghini Islero has manual transmission. 1969 Lamborghini Islero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Ford Torino | 1969 Lamborghini Islero | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Torino | Islero |
Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3928 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 93 L |