2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 37 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 599.
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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 599 | Torino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 76 L |
