1969 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lincoln Continental (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1969 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lincoln Continental | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental | Galant |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7544 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.9 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2760 mm |
