1994 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 22 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, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 187 kg more than 1994 BMW M3.
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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M3 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Torino |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
