1972 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
Because 1972 AMC Matador 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 1972 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1972 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2005 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | AMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Matador | Continental |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
