1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 37 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 493 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Grandeur, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Lincoln | Hyundai |
| Model | Continental | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7541 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2790 mm |
