1972 Ford Torino vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 41 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 23 kg more than 2013 Audi A5.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Torino | A5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2751 mm |
