1972 Ford Torino vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 2009 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Torino | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3385 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
