1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 33 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 847 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2840 mm |
