1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 1956 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1972 Lincoln Continental is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1956 Maserati 350S.
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. 1972 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1956 Maserati 350S has manual transmission. 1956 Maserati 350S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lincoln Continental | 1956 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Lincoln | Maserati |
| Model | Continental | 350S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2330 mm |
