2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 408 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Plymouth Fury 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 Plymouth Fury. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX, 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | C-MAX | Fury |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3060 mm |
