1972 Ford Torino vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 21 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 625 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Torino | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 57 L |
