2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (540 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Torino |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
