1970 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 42 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1970 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 456 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lincoln Continental | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Lincoln | GMC |
| Model | Continental | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7534 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2946 mm |
