2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS 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 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS 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 STS.
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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1972 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | LTD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 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 | 5000 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
