1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 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 G37 (329 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2010 Infiniti G37.
Because 2010 Infiniti G37 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti G37. (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Infiniti |
| Model | Continental | G37 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7541 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2860 mm |
