1972 Ford Torino vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 185 kg more than 2013 Infiniti IPL.
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 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Torino | IPL |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |