1962 Lincoln Continental vs. 1975 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1975 Triumph Toledo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1443 kg more than 1975 Triumph Toledo. 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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lincoln Continental | 1975 Triumph Toledo | |
Make | Lincoln | Triumph |
Model | Continental | Toledo |
Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7043 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |