1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1989 Alpine V6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 472 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6.
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, 1989 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | V6 | Torino |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3000 mm |
