1972 Ford Torino vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 40 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Torino | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2970 mm |