1972 Ford Torino vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 35 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, 2007 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino.
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, 1972 Ford Torino (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Torino | Drifter |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2606 cc |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 82 L |