2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 30 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 269 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Torino |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 87 L |
