1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Continental is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Continental (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 75 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick LeSabre 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 LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental, 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 LeSabre (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | LeSabre | Continental |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
