1972 Ford Torino vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 25 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 239 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
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, 1997 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Torino | NSX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
