1975 Ford Torino vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 30 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 70 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Torino | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 88 L |
