2003 Infiniti FX vs. 1974 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (311 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1974 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Infiniti FX.
Because 2003 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti FX. (446 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti FX | 1974 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lincoln |
| Model | FX | Continental |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 7541 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3230 mm |
