1972 Ford Torino vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1997 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 470 kg more than 1997 Panoz AIV.
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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Torino | AIV |
Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 59 L |