1972 Ford Torino vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 39 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 307 kg more than 2011 Toyota Camry.
Because 1972 Ford Torino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Camry. 2011 Toyota Camry 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. 2011 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Torino | Camry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
