1999 Ford Contour vs. 1972 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 27 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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 938 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour. 1972 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Contour 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:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 1972 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Contour | Continental |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3230 mm |
