1989 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 876 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lincoln Continental. 1972 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1989 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1989 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Viper | 1972 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Viper | Continental |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3230 mm |