2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1972 Ford Custom
To start off, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 8 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | 1972 Ford Custom | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Custom |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
