1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 36 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental.
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, 2010 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Lincoln | Infiniti |
Model | Continental | EX |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7541 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2799 mm |