1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 1999 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1999 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1999 Venturi Atlantique.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lincoln Continental | 1999 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Lincoln | Venturi |
Model | Continental | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7541 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2510 mm |