1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero 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 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 845 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2010 SSC Aero.
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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 869 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lincoln Continental. 1974 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2010 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2010 SSC Aero 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 Lincoln Continental | 2010 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Lincoln | SSC |
| Model | Continental | Aero |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7541 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
