1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 541 kg more than 2012 Lexus GS.
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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GS. (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Lexus GS | |
Make | Lincoln | Lexus |
Model | Continental | GS |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7541 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4826 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2850 mm |