1972 Ford Torino vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 37 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 721 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Torino | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
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 | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |