1972 Ford LTD vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford LTD | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LTD | C |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3927 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |