1972 Ford LTD vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 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, 1972 Ford LTD (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 183 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford LTD | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LTD | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 69 L |
