1972 Ford Torino vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 33 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 537 kg more than 2005 McLaren F1.
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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 1972 Ford Torino has automatic transmission and 2005 McLaren F1 has manual transmission. 2005 McLaren F1 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 | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Ford | McLaren |
| Model | Torino | F1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
