2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 37 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
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, 2009 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1972 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DTS | LTD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
