1972 Ford LTD vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 27 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 Ford LTD. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford LTD | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | LTD | Berlina |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3927 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2950 mm |