1972 Ford Torino vs. 1992 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1992 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 20 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 242 kg more than 1992 Infiniti Q45.
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, 1972 Ford Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1992 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Torino | Q45 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |