1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 332 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon.
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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Torino |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
