1970 Lincoln Continental vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 34 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, 1970 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis, 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lincoln Continental | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Lincoln | Renault |
| Model | Continental | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7534 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2880 mm |
