1972 Ford Torino vs. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 4 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 518 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Torino | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2920 mm |