1975 Ford LTD vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford LTD would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford LTD weights approximately 880 kg more than 1999 TVR Speed 12.
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, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford LTD. (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford LTD. 1975 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1999 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 1999 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford LTD | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | LTD | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 7728 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 790 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2570 mm |
