1972 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 39 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 295 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.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford LTD | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | LTD | SRX |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3927 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |