1990 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1970 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1970 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 15 kg more than 1970 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1970 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lincoln |
| Model | Lagonda | Continental |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7534 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2980 mm |
