1984 Lincoln Continental vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Continental.
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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lincoln Continental | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Lincoln | Infiniti |
| Model | Continental | EX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2799 mm |
