1973 Lincoln Continental vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 502 kg more than 2006 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 1973 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lincoln Continental | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
| Model | Continental | Milan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2730 mm |
