1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1971 Lincoln Continental.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Lincoln | Saab |
| Model | Continental | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2837 mm |
