1997 Acura NSX vs. 1972 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 25 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 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 960 kg more than 1997 Acura NSX.
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 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura NSX. 1972 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1997 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Acura NSX 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:
1997 Acura NSX | 1972 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Acura | Lincoln |
Model | NSX | Continental |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3230 mm |