1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1972 Lincoln Continental is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1961 Peugeot 404. 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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Peugeot 404. 1972 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1961 Peugeot 404 has manual transmission. 1961 Peugeot 404 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 | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | 404 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2650 mm |
