1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 189 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS.
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, 2005 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (359 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| Model | Continental | LS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3030 mm |
