1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 23 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 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 154 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 M | Torino |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4096 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2900 mm |
