1972 Ford Torino vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli

To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli 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 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 627 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.

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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Ford Torino 1992 Maserati Ghibli
Make Ford Maserati
Model Torino Ghibli
Year Released 1972 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6555 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 168 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 403 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1992 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 5380 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2520 mm


 

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