1972 Ford LTD vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 40 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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 261 kg more than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C.
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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford LTD | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
Make | Ford | McLaren |
Model | LTD | MP4-12C |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3927 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 592 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1199 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2670 mm |