1962 Lincoln Continental vs. 1982 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1982 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 20 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 236 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1368 kg more than 1982 Pontiac 1000. 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 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000. 1962 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1982 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1982 Pontiac 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lincoln Continental | 1982 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Pontiac |
| Model | Continental | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7043 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2400 mm |
