1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 399 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.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lincoln Continental | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Ford |
| Model | Continental | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3378 mm |
