1975 Ford Torino vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 800 kg more than 1975 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Torino | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 100 L |
