1972 Ford Torino vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Torino | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 67 L |
