1972 Ford LTD vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD.
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 Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LTD | Viano |
| 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 | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
