1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 315 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lincoln Continental | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Lincoln | SsangYong |
Model | Continental | Rexton |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2830 mm |