1975 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 36 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 862 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Ford LTD (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln Navigator. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford LTD | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | LTD | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3327 mm |
