2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 28 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 132 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.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1972 Ford LTD | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | LTD |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |