1962 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 50 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 35 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 873 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza. 1962 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 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 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
Model | Continental | Impreza |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7043 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |