1967 Alvis TF vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 1972 Ford LTD is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford LTD (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 141 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alvis TF | 1972 Ford LTD | |
Make | Alvis | Ford |
Model | TF | LTD |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |