1975 Ford Torino vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Torino | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 67 L |
