1972 Ford Torino vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 607 kg more than 2005 TVR T 350.
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 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Torino | T 350 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |