1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 34 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 Nissan Titan.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lincoln Continental | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Titan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3560 mm |
