1972 Ford Torino vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 922 kg more 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Torino | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1598 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 100 L |
