1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1979 Lincoln Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lincoln Continental | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Lincoln | Oldsmobile |
Model | Continental | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2850 mm |