1972 Ford Torino vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 237 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 1972 Ford Torino has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Torino | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
