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 (263 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 65 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford LTD.
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 | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
