1972 Ford Torino vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 38 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Torino | 300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
