1972 Ford Torino vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2004 Porsche GT2 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 212 kg more than 2004 Porsche GT2.
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 GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Torino | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
