1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 38 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 287 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (454 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Lincoln | Jeep |
| Model | Continental | Commander |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2790 mm |
