1972 Ford Custom vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 939 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Custom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom. 1972 Ford Custom has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Custom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Custom | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Custom | Defender |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |