1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 18 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 301 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1972 Ford Torino | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Torino |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |