1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
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, 1991 TVR Griffith (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lincoln Continental. 1972 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1991 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1991 TVR Griffith 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 | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Lincoln | TVR |
Model | Continental | Griffith |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2290 mm |