1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 32 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 860 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi, 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
Model | Continental | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2700 mm |