1972 Ford LTD vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford LTD | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | LTD | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2830 mm |
