1972 Ford Torino vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 31 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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 618 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Torino | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |
