1972 Ford Custom vs. 2004 Lincoln Mark X
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Mark X is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Mark X should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Mark X weights approximately 156 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom. 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, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Mark X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2004 Lincoln Mark X | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Custom | Mark X |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
