1972 Ford Torino vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 371 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.
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 Chrysler 300 (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 2013 Chrysler 300 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. 2013 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Torino | 300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3052 mm |
