1975 Ford LTD vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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. 1975 Ford LTD weights approximately 582 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1975 Ford LTD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford LTD | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | LTD | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1404 mm |
