1972 Ford LTD vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 198 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
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) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford LTD | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | LTD | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
