1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 39 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 329 kg more than 2011 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2011 Honda Odyssey, 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Lincoln | Honda |
Model | Continental | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3000 mm |