1976 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKX (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate.
Because 1976 Buick Estate 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 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKX, 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln MKX. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2011 Lincoln MKX | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Estate | MKX |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4742 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2824 mm |