1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 38 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 277 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Equus.
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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Lincoln | Hyundai |
Model | Continental | Equus |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7541 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3045 mm |