1970 Lincoln Continental vs. 1972 ZIL 114
To start off, 1972 ZIL 114 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 114 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1970 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1972 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lincoln Continental | 1972 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Lincoln | ZIL |
| Model | Continental | 114 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7534 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3770 mm |
