1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 20 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lincoln Continental | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
Model | Continental | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2440 mm |