1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 35 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 105 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 3180 kg more than 1972 Lincoln Continental.
Because 1972 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Commercial. 1972 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Commercial has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Commercial 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 | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3580 mm |
