1970 Lincoln Continental vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, both 1970 Lincoln Continental and 1970 Subaru FF-1 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (80 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1484 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1, 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, 1970 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (99 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lincoln Continental | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
Model | Continental | FF-1 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7534 cc | 1267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2430 mm |