1962 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 45 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 76 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 1962 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Continental | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7043 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
