1975 Ford Torino vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 38 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, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 157 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
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 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Torino | Z |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
