1974 Buick GS vs. 1974 Lincoln Continental
To start off, both 1974 Buick GS and 1974 Lincoln Continental were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 700 kg more than 1974 Buick GS. 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick GS. 1974 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1974 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1974 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick GS | 1974 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | GS | Continental |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 7541 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3230 mm |