2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 33 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1972 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | LTD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
