2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1972 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 31 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1972 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 697 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1972 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Blackhawk | Continental |
Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 488 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3230 mm |