1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 32 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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana will offer significantly more control. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lincoln Continental | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Lincoln | Pontiac |
| Model | Continental | Montana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3050 mm |
