1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 40 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 159 kg more than 1972 Lincoln Continental. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
Model | Continental | Escalade |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2946 mm |