1998 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 26 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX.
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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Torino |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
