1972 Ford Torino vs. 1973 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1973 Maserati Indy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 167 kg more than 1973 Maserati Indy.
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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 1972 Ford Torino has automatic transmission and 1973 Maserati Indy has manual transmission. 1973 Maserati Indy 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1973 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Torino | Indy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
