1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 37 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 58 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (159 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Lincoln Continental.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Patrol. 1972 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
Model | Continental | Patrol |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2980 mm |