1975 Ford Torino vs. 2006 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2006 MG ZT-T is newer by 31 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT-T weights approximately 165 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, 2006 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2006 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Torino | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |
