1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 919 kg more than 2010 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
Model | Continental | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2700 mm |