1972 Ford Torino vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 1991 Ginetta G is newer by 19 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 962 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G.
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, 1991 Ginetta G (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Torino | G |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
